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Infosys sets up innovation studio in London

Infosys sets up innovation studio in London

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

The studio, covering 20,000 ft with capacity for 250 employees, has a wellness zone, a usability lab and a range of creative spaces.

India Must Be Proud Of Akumjung Pongen

India Must Be Proud Of Akumjung Pongen

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Akumjung Pongen, the first Rhodes scholar from Nagaland, shares his inspiring journey.

IIM-Lucknow to increase fee by Rs 1.5 lakh/annum

IIM-Lucknow to increase fee by Rs 1.5 lakh/annum

Rediff.com3 Apr 2009

After IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore, the IIM Lucknow has decided to increase the fee of its post graduate programme in management by Rs 1,50,000 per annum from the coming academic session. "We will increase the fee from Rs 2,50,000 per annum at present to Rs 400,000 per year from 2009-10 academic session. The fee will be Rs 400,000 each year during the two-year programme," IIM Lucknow director Prof Devi Singh told PTI.

Yale University's India friendly president resigns

Yale University's India friendly president resigns

Rediff.com31 Aug 2012

The India-friendly president of the Yale University, Richard Levin, has announced stepping down from the helm of the prestigious American varsity at the end of the current academic session after a 20-year stint.

Chandrayaan-3 to be launched in first half of 2021

Chandrayaan-3 to be launched in first half of 2021

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

Chandrayaan-II hard-landed on lunar surface last year. The Indian Space Research Organisation had then resolved to launch the project again. It had said the project is likely to be launched by the end of the year.

Study Abroad: How to get into a top b-school

Study Abroad: How to get into a top b-school

Rediff.com20 Feb 2016

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice on how to pick the right international career.

Sunak Is Indian, But Sonia A Foreigner?

Sunak Is Indian, But Sonia A Foreigner?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

If the Indian son-in-law can become prime minister in another country, could the daughter-in-law have not become one here, especially considering that the Indian culture and tradition is for the bahu to live, think and act like her in-laws, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

QS Rankings 2021: The best universities in India

QS Rankings 2021: The best universities in India

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Twelve universities from India feature in the top 100 of QS Rankings by Subject 2021.

Is US no longer a top study destination for Indians?

Is US no longer a top study destination for Indians?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Flow of Indian students to US for academic year 2018-19 dipped by 30 per cent.

India may try soft landing on Moon next November

India may try soft landing on Moon next November

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

"The panel's report is awaited. The committee has been given a guideline to prepare the mission before the end of next year," a senior ISRO official said. "There is a good launch window in November".

Rocket Boys Review

Rocket Boys Review

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

Jim Sarb and Ishwak Singh are a force to reckon with and deliver a soaring tribute to the two pillars of India's science world in Rocket Boys, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Do you want to study in New Zealand?

Do you want to study in New Zealand?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

From college intake to visa guidelines, here's everything you'll need to know before signing up for a course in New Zealand.

Apply for MA in Public Policy

Apply for MA in Public Policy

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

Read on to know how you can pursue a masters degree at India's first public policy school.

Covishield booster works against Omicron

Covishield booster works against Omicron

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

If the vaccine is recommended for use as a booster against Omicron, it may significantly boost the demand for Covishield in India.

Delhi University struggling for time to revise FYUP syllabus

Delhi University struggling for time to revise FYUP syllabus

Rediff.com12 Jul 2014

Delhi University is racing against time to alter the syllabus to ensure that students of the four year undergraduate programme can complete their course in the next two years. The academic session begins on July 21.

The Chevening Gurukul Scholarship for 2011

The Chevening Gurukul Scholarship for 2011

Rediff.com17 Mar 2011

The Chevening Gurukul Scholarship for 2011 is now open for applications. The all-expense-paid, 12-week rigorous course is held at the London School of Economics, and begins in late September this year.

High-school students, HCL will make you software engineers

High-school students, HCL will make you software engineers

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

Indian IT major HCL Technologies will provide training for three months to 100 students each in its Lucknow and Madurai campuses.

The protector of women from breast cancer

The protector of women from breast cancer

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

'Having dedicated my life towards improving breast healthcare in my motherland. I shall continue to work with rock-solid determination following this "chosen" path.'

The Chanakya Mantra For Success

The Chanakya Mantra For Success

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

'2,000 years later, we all want the same thing -- we want to live a healthy life, a life that has quality.' 'And Chanakya tells you exactly how to do that.'

ISB, IIT Madras sign MoU for joint research

ISB, IIT Madras sign MoU for joint research

Rediff.com21 Nov 2007

Professors and academicians from both the institutions will also collaborate on joint research projects and publish their research in internationally reputed academic journals. The MoU allows academic associates from ISB to enroll for a PhD programme in IIT Madras. They will be able to attend full courses or lectures in both the institutions.

Studying through Karaoke? This teen's fun invention

Studying through Karaoke? This teen's fun invention

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

When the pandemic affected education, 17-year-old Arshya Gaur found a way to harness the power of technology and find a different way to bring education to her students.

PM to release NREGA review report

PM to release NREGA review report

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

'MGNREGA Sameeksha' is an anthology of all major research studies on performance of the programme that were published in academic journals or the stand-alone reports, but excluding the newspaper and magazine articles and opinion pieces, says Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh in his forward to the volume.

PM to release MGNREGA review report

PM to release MGNREGA review report

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

Want to study at Oxford? Read this!

Want to study at Oxford? Read this!

Rediff.com9 Nov 2010

The Chevening Rolls-Royce Science and Innovation Leadership Programme, a programme for mid-career Indian professionals working in the fields of science, innovation and related public administration has been launched.

FM unveils education reforms, to set up National Testing Agency

FM unveils education reforms, to set up National Testing Agency

Rediff.com1 Feb 2017

Jaitley said the government proposes to establish a National Testing Agency as an autonomous and self-sustained premier testing organisation to conduct all entrance examinations for higher education institutions.

IT Topper To Miss Teen Universe India

IT Topper To Miss Teen Universe India

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

'From a teenager who struggled with low self-esteem to representing India at Miss Teen Universe, I've really worked hard to become someone I'm proud of.'

IIM Bangalore to take in more students

IIM Bangalore to take in more students

Rediff.com11 Oct 2005

The Indian Institute of Management-Bangalore (IIMB) has decided to the increase student intake for its courses from the academic year 2005-06, Director IIMB, Prof Prakash G Apte said on Tuesday.

'What's the cost of doing an undergrad course in the US?'

'What's the cost of doing an undergrad course in the US?'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

In an online chat with readers overseas education consultant NNS Chandra addressed queries related to international admissions

Want to intern with the Indian ministry of Finance? Read this!

Want to intern with the Indian ministry of Finance? Read this!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2011

The Deparment of Economic Affairs is inviting applications from undergraduate and post graduate students for an Internship Programme for the academic year 2012-13.

NMIMS University offers PhD in management

NMIMS University offers PhD in management

Rediff.com7 May 2009

SVKM's NMIMS University, Mumbai offers PhD programme to create, nurture and develop research and academic competencies of professionals.

Study MBA distance learning

Study MBA distance learning

Rediff.com16 Aug 2006

Pondicherry University, Directorate of Distance Education, invites applications for admission to various undergraduate programmes for the academic year 2006-2007.

From Forest Hut To Top UK College

From Forest Hut To Top UK College

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Hercules Singh Munda's father used to open the gates to a forest. Today, Hercules leaves for London to open the gates of his many dreams.

'Amma, you're the funniest person I have known'

'Amma, you're the funniest person I have known'

Rediff.com9 May 2021

Readers send in their special messages for their moms on Mother's Day.

Want to study business management?

Want to study business management?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2009

ABV Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management, Gwalior opens applications for admission to the MBA Programme for 2009-2010.

Study Abroad: How to write your Statement of Purpose

Study Abroad: How to write your Statement of Purpose

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

It takes approximately one to two months to write your SOP with an ideal length of 750 to 1000 words.

No fee hike, students to pay back IIM-A when they earn

No fee hike, students to pay back IIM-A when they earn

Rediff.com23 Mar 2014

In a first, graduating students from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A) have decided to pledge Rs 200 per month in favour of the institute from their salaries for one year.

Announcing the Chevening Scholarships, UK

Announcing the Chevening Scholarships, UK

Rediff.com6 Nov 2008

Applications for the prestigious Chevening Scholarships for study in the 2009-10 academic year are open from November 5, 2008.

'I'm really proud I am the first Indian teacher to win this award'

'I'm really proud I am the first Indian teacher to win this award'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

'Looking at how teachers can change lives of students, I asked myself: 'Why don't I become a changemaker and change the lives of underprivileged students?''

Ravenshaw Univ announces 2-year, residential MBA

Ravenshaw Univ announces 2-year, residential MBA

Rediff.com5 Jun 2008

Ravenshaw University (Cuttack) invites applications for admission to its two-year full-time residential MBA programme for the year 2008.

How to choose a study abroad destination

How to choose a study abroad destination

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

While Europe's rich culture and heritage may attract you, the American hype cannot be ignored too.